Earlier today, I posted about Brisbane being the coldest in 103 years. But I missed an important part of the article,
says reader Kelly McKay.
Further down in the report it mentions…
“Meanwhile, the cold snap is predicted to send vegetable prices soaring up to three times normal prices. The combination of an unusually late start to winter plus a sudden plummet to near-record lows has confused the growing cycles of just about every plant.”
“Broccoli, cucumbers, cauliflower, snow peas and lettuce are among the varieties tipped to be more pricey.
“Commercial buyer for Clayfield Fresh Markets Mick Crouch, said broccoli typically sells for $3-$4 per kilogram at this time of year, but has already hit $10 per kilogram in some stores.”
Thanks to Kerry McKay for this link